Storytime Private Day Nursery

57 Horace Street, St Helens WA10 4LZ
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  • Storytime Private Day Nursery, St Helens
Storytime is a private day nursery catering for children from birth upwards.

They employ highly qualified, experienced staff to ensure that your children have the best possible care and education.

Storytime is very much a child-led environment, children are encouraged to be independent decision makers from an early age. This in partnership with a 'Key Person' approach helps the transition from home to nursery run smoothly.

Storytime offers an 'open door' policy allowing existing parents and prospective parents to view the nursery at all times. Robust safeguarding and recruitment procedures ensure that the children's safety and welfare are paramount. While all staff undergo Disclosure and Barring Service checks before commencing employment at Storytime.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Alison Palfrey
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Cheryl Boydell (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 23

Total Places for Children

  • 61

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Storytime Private Day Nursery Reviews (171)

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Storytime Private Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.982) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Storytime Private Day Nursery has 171 reviews.

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Review from Melissa M (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fabulous nursery. My little boy loves coming to Storytime, he always has a smile on his face either dropping him off or picking him up in the baby room. If he's happy we are happy. Glad we chose this nursery.
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Review from Lisa B (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son ahs been going to the nursery for 12 months now. From being in the Rainbow Room to now the Pre-School Room, he has developed so much. He is more social, making new friends, learning about different times of the year like autumn, collecting conkers and leaves. Involved with the Olympics, making
meals and doing their own events. He knows his shapes, colours and is better at counting now. The staff are always helpful and are really nice.
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Review from Rachel S (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After looking at various nurseries in the local area of St Helens, my first choice was Storytime Day Nursery. As a social worker, I have high expectations of what a nursery should provide a child, given the insight I have with my profession. The staff are professional but give a personal approach with
families and the care they provide my 11-month-old baby is second to none. I highly recommend any parent considering a Private Nursery to visit Storytime and see what excellent caring staff are available to care for your/their little one.
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Review from Alison C (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm happy with the care that's provided by the nursery nurses.
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Review from Mark G (Father of Child) published on 4 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the nursery. Staff are very helpful and nothing is too much trouble. My daughter has developed noticeably since starting.
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Review from Jen (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Storytime is very welcoming. Staff are always positive and friendly. My son loves coming and has come on so much. His social skills and behaviour has improved so much already and he has made some new friends and talk about the staff when at home, also says what he does and he always has something new
to say. He has built bonds already with his key-worker. The garden is his favourite part of the nursery.
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Review from Chantelle L (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is a fantastic place for your children to learn and develop. The staff are great and very helpful. Would definitely recommend to any other mums.
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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves coming to nursery here, as did my daughter 3 years ago. It was our first choice nursery for both of them as it is fantastic!
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Review from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Storytime since he was 6 months old - all the staff who have looked after him have been excellent, caring and have always been brilliant with him. My son has come on leaps and bounds thanks to everyone at Storytime!
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Review from Katie (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always cheerful and nothing is ever too much trouble. I chose Storytime, after a recommendation, after my first visit 8 months ago, I just got such a good vibe compared to others I'd visited. The induction sessions were great and they worked with my son's individual needs for naps and
comfort. He loves going to nursery and gets to do lots of wonderful and stimulating things throughout his three days there. I recommended Storytime to a friend of mine and after one view she now sends her daughter there too. It's a friendly, happy and bright environment and I'd recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Andrew C (Father of Child) published on 26 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery for around 2 years and she absolutely loves going in and has lots of fun. We are very happy with this nursery and would recommend to friends and family. The staff are brilliant with the kids and they are all smiling whenever I go in.
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Review from Julia B (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Storytime Private Day Nursery at 8 months old and will be leaving this summer to go to school. Storytime Private Day Nursery have been excellent throughout his nursery journey and have encouraged his development at every stage. All the staff have been amazing and we will miss them
very much. I would recommend this nursery to anyone who needs to leave their child in a safe and happy environment whist they go to work.
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Review from Cheryl L (Mother of Child) published on 14 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery staff are excellent and make you feel welcome straight away. My child is very shy but has thrived since attending Storytime. The staff also cater for intolerance's and allergies and work with you to help make the best experience for your child.
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Review from Kieran L (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great place for kids, staff are warm and friendly. Would recommend to family and friends.
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Review from Kerry M (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two girls have been at this nursery since April/May 2013 and I can honestly say that this is the best nursery around in my experience. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and always on hand to help, listen, re-assure and update on your child's progress. My girls settled in really well straight
away and have loved every second of their time here.
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Review from Karen E (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son, 4, runs into the nursery. It is a joy to watch him engaged with each and everyone of the staff at Storytime,.
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Review from Natalie M (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very worried about my son starting at pre school but all the staff at Storytime answered all of my questions and eased all my worries. They made him feel so safe and welcome that he settled in really quickly. I always feel involved in his learning and I'm always well informed of what he's been
up to. I could not feel more content with my son being there and I'm confident that I made the right choice in his pre school. Overall I would highly recommend Storytime, wonderful friendly staff and great facilities.
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Review from Rebecca F (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are friendly and caring towards the children. They have brought my daughter on so much from being a baby & taught her valuable skills. She loves Nursery and is happy and at ease in the friendly environment. I will be placing my son in this Nursery soon too.


Highly recommended!

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Review from Joanne D (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Storytime since Sept '15, he's now 11 months old.
From day one the baby room staff settled him in and put my mind at rest by taking photos of him having fun whilst I was gone, and giving us a daily diary of his activities and diet - they eat really well!
The care he receives is
excellent, I cannot rate the staff highly enough. My son loves them and that says it all for me.
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Review from Nichola M (Aunt of Child) published on 4 December 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My twin nieces attend the nursery and have done so for over 12 months. They have advanced so much since joining. The staff are friendly, caring and really good at communicating with us as a family and making us feel really involved in our children's education. There are always activities and educational
things taking place and there is always an atmosphere of fun! I would highly recommend the nursery and can't speak any more highly of them.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.982)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.982) out of 10 for Storytime Private Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.982 for Storytime Private Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (270 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 275 Ratings = 4.982
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Storytime Private Day Nursery is based on 23 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 61 number of registered child places is 12.2, which has been reached with 23 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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